Category: History

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. believed in the power of words and protests over violence and hate, and his leadership of the modern Civil Rights Movement in the mid-1950s changed American history. The non-violent leader was unfortunately assassinated on 4th...

The festive season provides the perfect opportunity to put our differences aside, even for one day only, and show appreciate for the good things we do have in life. We can all learn many lessons from the past, and the following...

Winston Churchill is one of the most famous politicians of the 20th Century, and notable for his domineering presence, undeniable wit and unrelenting resilience. Here are 10 facts you didn’t know about one of history’s greatest statesmen. 1. We Shall...

Warning: the following photos may be distressing to some readers. The 20th Century was the period between 1st January 1901 and 31st December 2000. During this time, numerous events and tragedies defined the era, so let’s take a look back...

History has been filled with a large number of injustices, but there have been people who were not afraid to stand up for what is right. Many of their actions were lucky enough to have been caught on film, and...

History can be subjective. An image can paint a thousand words – and sometimes the story can be shockingly accurate or a contradiction of the actual event. Here are 10 of the most controversial photos from history that you must...

Ted Bundy is one of the most notorious serial killers of all time, admitting to the rape and violent murder of over 30 women during 1974 to 1978; however, the true total is unknown. He was both a serial killer,...

A picture paints a thousand words, right? But what if that image was doctored to suit the needs of the media, photographer or the person in the shot? Forget what you know, and take a look at the 10 real...

Capital punishment is undoubtedly one of the most feared, not to mention most controversial, punishments in the penal system. Some countries are a lot more extreme than others, and there are so many interesting facts about the death penalty we...

Warning: There are a few photos that may disturb some readers. There are so many photographs from history that we can recall in our mindS, which is mainly because they’re commonly used in the media. However, there are so many...